Regina Christian School students are creating t-shirts to support the Ukrainian army because they feel it is important to raise awareness about the Ukrainian crisis. News about the war in Ukraine that is unfolding as a result of a Russian invasion is visible across all social […]
Saskatchewan: Climate change setting
By Stephen Lylyk, March 14, 2022 In 2021 Saskatchewan experienced a drought as a result of climate change-influenced events. “The 2021 heatwave that originated in BC was definitely exacerbated by climate change,” said Peter Prebble of the Saskatchewan Environmental Society.” “Saskatoon had 29 days during […]
What can someone do with a film degree in Regina?
Laura Psotka (far left) on the set of a local production. Photo provided by Laura Psotka. Jeremy Davis has spent over a year picking up film work locally. “I really liked storytelling,” said Davis, a camera operator and photographer in Regina. “Honestly, when I was […]
Talking to the dead: Tech students raise ethical concerns of digital legacies
Two Regina tech students are concerned over the ethical implications of virtual life after death. When James Vlahos’ father was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, he wanted a way to immortalize his father’s quirky anecdotes and touching stories. Vlahos, a California local, created Dadbot, a […]
First Nations Health Authority brings awareness to the importance of harm reduction
An Indigenous Harm Reduction colouring book has been put together by FNHA in British Columbia to call Regina residents’ attention to the topic. According to the YWCA’s Facebook page, a few of the themes include Indigenous harm reduction, safer substance use tips, land-based healing, […]
Safer sleep week raises awareness on SIDS
Pearl Jeanine’s daughter was exactly a year old when she died of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). “The day Ava passed, she was in perfect health,” said Jeanine. “She was asleep in her crib, she was normal, and nothing was out of the ordinary.” Jeanine […]
The Hampton Hub Hits Regina
The freshly opened vegan restaurant, The Hampton Hub, is planning on giving back to the community through food. Gage McGuire, Tiro Mthembu and Thabo Mthembu created the unique business, centred around being environmentally friendly and socially conscious. “It all started with us wanting to feed […]
University of Regina Students Host Lip Sync Battle Fundraiser
The University of Regina Business Student’s Society (BSS) is hosting a lip sync battle fundraiser this Thursday as part of their Five Days For the Homeless initiative. The lip sync battle will take place on Thursday evening at Dazzel karaoke bar. “It’s a great event […]
Regina gets new indoor skate park
Local skateboarders are thrilled about a massive new indoor skate park that will be part of the entertainment and recreation facilities inside Regina’s REAL District. Heritage Skate Park is Regina’s newest indoor skating space located in the Canada Centre in Regina’s REAL (Regina Exhibition Association […]
Dejong wins Canada’s first Paralympic snowboarding medal
Photo Courtesy of the Canadian Paralympic Team. Biggar’s Lisa Dejong became Canada’s first ever Paralympic snowboarding medalist, winning a silver medal in the snowboard cross at the 2022 Beijing Winter Paralympic Games. Competing on Mar. 7 in her debut Games, Dejong came in second in […]
